Suffolk Reporter

32.3 percent of Islip residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2017, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The percentage of unemployed residents was less than the statewide total of 36.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Islip population reached 14,986.

Out of 10,149 people who had a job, all belonged to the civilian labor force.

The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.

Employment status	Number of people	Percentage of population
Not employed	4,837	32.3
Employed	10,149	67.7
Employed in civilian labor force	10,149	67.7
Employed in armed forces	0	0